10 Megapixel Casio Exilim EX-Z1000 Digital Camera Announced

Announced today, the Casio Exilim EX-Z1000 digital camera features a 10.1 megapixel sensor in a very compact camera with 2.8 inch wide format LCD and 3x optical zoom. The Z1000 is expected to be available in June at an MSRP of $399.

A 1/1.8 inch CCD imager captures an effective 10.1 megapixels. If you’re willing to handle the image file size (up to approximately 4.2MB), you’ll be able to print very large images with all those pixels.

The 2.8 inch, wide format LCD features 230,400 pixels of resolution. The “Wide and Bright” display also features a maximum brightness of 1200cd/m2 to allow it to be more visible in bright sunlight. (There is no optical viewfinder).

Fast power-on function, so the first shot can be taken just 1.3 seconds after switching on.

Release time lag of only approximately 0.002 seconds.

Super Life Battery allows up to 360 shots to be taken, measured by CIPA standards.

Zoom Continuous Shutter mode allows the user to compare a wide angle and a telephoto shot in the same display and to take both shots simultaneously with only one press of the shutter button

Revive Shot refreshes the faded colors of old photos, bringing them back to life in digital format.

Quick Zoom feature enables instant switch to a preset zoom ratio with just one touch of a button.37 different types of BEST SHOT sample images. Users can choose one of these samples to make sure their photos come out just right.

Direct On function allows users to press a single button to quickly start the camera in either shooting or playback mode.

Multi-function cradle can be used to recharge the battery, connect to a PC to download images, and connect to audiovisual equipment. The cradle also functions as a photostand, allowing users to view an image slideshow

Still images (Auto): 1/2 to 1/2000 second (at ISO 50), Still images (night scene): 4 to 1/2000 second (at ISO 50) *Shutter speed range may be different depending on the BEST SHOT scene or sensitivity setting.